Putting the cart before the horse

PUB. DATE

September 2003

SOURCE

Journal of Commerce (1542-3867);9/01/2003, Vol. 4 Issue 35, p16

SOURCE TYPE

Periodical

DOC. TYPE

Article

ABSTRACT

Highlights the pressure on marine terminal operators in the U.S. to improve their productivity, reduce diesel emissions from idling trucks and relieve traffic jams on roadways as of September 2003. Issues on the plans of extended gate hours through a second and third shift to address the problem; Measures taken by port operators to reduce their impact on surrounding communities; Issue pointed out by advocates of extended gate hours.

ACCESSION #

10754921

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